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BK53 NPP

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

115,509 mi
Last recorded115,509 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 NPP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2020 115,509 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2020 115,508 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 107,857 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear sections of front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge [ 195/60/15/85H ] (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Aug 2019 107,857 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear sections of front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge [ 195/60/15/85H ] (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 99,510 miles

Engine oil leaks.

Front brake discs worn.

Front tyres worn.

N/S/F Tyre damaged on the outer side wall.

Pass 21 Sep 2017 94,858 miles

front exhaust bracket corroded still supporting system

offside font drop link slight play

Fail 18 Sep 2017 94,788 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Body has a projection caused by corrosion outer sill corroded resulting in holes (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Body has a projection caused by corrosion outer sills corroded resulting in holes (6.1.C.1)

front exhaust bracket corroded still supporting system

offside font drop link slight play

Pass 27 Sep 2016 86,743 miles

front brake disc lipped and worn

rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 22 Sep 2015 76,304 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 68,075 miles

both front tyres wearing inner edges

both rear tyres cracking outer edges but not showing cords

Pass 21 Oct 2013 60,926 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 56,012 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Oct 2011 53,789 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front discs corroded

Pass 2 Nov 2010 49,832 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 45,357 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 41,588 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 38,306 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 27,254 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Focus?

Based on 28,316,889 MOT tests across 2,072,617 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
6,500
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,072,617
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,055,468
Stop lamp not working 415,965
Brake pipe excessively corroded 379,900
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 375,019
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 359,770
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BK53 NPP is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 70,585 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Focus fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,055,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BK53 NPP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Focus typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Ford Focus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BK53 NPP is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 September 2003.

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